A quiet meditation for mums and their babies.
Find a comfortable position.
And take a slow gentle breath in.
And exhale softly.
Allow your shoulders to relax.
And let your body settle as it is in this moment with your baby.
Notice the quiet rhythm of your breath.
Notice the presence of your baby.
There is nothing you need to do right now.
There is nothing you need to change right now.
Your body has already done something extraordinary.
It created,
Carried and welcomed new life into the world.
Every cell in your body has worked with deep wisdom and care.
Your body knows how to nurture.
Your instincts know how to respond.
You and your baby are learning each other moment by moment.
If your baby is with you,
Gently place a hand on them.
Feel their warmth.
Your touch is familiar,
Safe and comforting to them.
Babies understand love through touch.
A soft stroke on their back.
A gentle hand resting on their chest.
A calm,
Steady cuddle.
Your presence helps regulate their whole world.
Your heartbeat,
Your voice,
Your warmth.
These are home for your baby.
Take another slow breath in.
And as you breathe out,
Allow yourself to feel pride in what your body has done and continues to do.
Feeding.
Holding.
Comforting.
Responding.
Loving.
You do not have to be perfect.
You only have to be present.
Your baby does not need perfection.
They need you.
With every gentle touch.
Every cuddle.
Every soothing breath.
You are building safety,
Connection and love.
Take one more slow breath together.
In this moment,
You and your baby are exactly where you need to be.
